Kenneth Malenge

EZRA 5,6 AND 7 OPENING PRAYER O Lord our God, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, The only living and true God, Creator of heaven and earth, Maker of all things, Sustainer of all life, And Ruler over everything— We bow before You. You are holy, holy, holy, Righteous in all Your ways, Perfect in all Your judgments, Gracious in all Your works, And everlasting in Your love. From eternity You are God. Before the mountains were brought forth, Before time began, You were God, and You are God still. We praise You, O Lord, For Your sovereign power, For Your unchanging purposes, For Your faithful promises, And for Your steadfast covenant love. We bless You, For Your mercy that spared us, For Your grace that saved us, For Your patience that bears with us, And for Your goodness that follows us. We thank You for our Lord Jesus Christ, Your only begotten Son, Our perfect Savior, The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. O God, Let Your Word govern Your Ch...

EXAMS — (Four Exams, 25 Questions each) Biblical Laws, Genesis, Exodus, Bible Survey (Genesis –Esther) Name: ___________________________________ Date: _______________ Instructions:  Answer all questions clearly and in complete sentences. Write your answers in the spaces provided. EXAM 1 — THE LAWS OF THE BIBLE Certificate Level — 25 Questions Time: 2 Hours Instructions: Answer all questions . Write your answers on the lines provided. Section C requires essay explanations. SECTION A — Multiple Choice (5 marks) Choose the correct answer. 1. How many main categories of biblical law are commonly recognized? A) 2 B) 3 C) 5 D) 10 2. Which law is fulfilled, not abolished, in Christ? A) Ceremonial B) Moral C) Civil D) Levitical 3. Which law applies to all people in all times? A) Moral B) Civil C) Ceremonial D) Dietary 4. Sacrifices, priesthood, and rituals belong to which law? A) Moral B) Civil C) Ceremonial D) Natural 5. “Thou shalt not kill” is part of which law...

Intertestamental Period  Survey It bridges the Old and New Testaments. Author: Kenneth Malenge  BIBLE SURVEY – INTERTESTAMENTAL HISTORY (The 400 Silent Years: From Malachi to Matthew) 1. Introduction The Intertestamental Period refers to the roughly 400 years between the close of the Old Testament (Book of Malachi, c. 430 B.C.) and the opening of the New Testament (the birth of Christ, c. 4–6 B.C.). This period is often called “the Silent Years” because no inspired prophet arose during this time. However, God was actively preparing the world for the coming of the Messiah. 2. Political Developments 1. The Persian Period (c. 539–331 BC) Overview : The Jews had returned from Babylonian exile under Cyrus the Great (Ezra 1). Persia allowed them to rebuild Jerusalem and the temple. Political Features : Persia ruled through governors (e.g., Nehemiah in Neh. 2). Jews were granted local autonomy under high priests. Heavy taxation but relative peace. Impact : Restor...

Bible Survey Notes : Author: Kenneth Malenge  Section Chapters Main Focus Key Events Key Characters / Symbols Key Doctrinal Themes I. Prologue and Vision of Christ 1 Introduction & Christ’s Glory Vision of the risen Christ, command to write to the churches John, The Son of Man (Christ) Authority of Christ, Revelation as prophecy, Comfort for persecuted believers II. Letters to the Seven Churches 2–3 Christ’s Messages to Churches Commendations, rebukes, promises to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea Christ, Seven Churches Spiritual health of the Church, Call to repentance, Promise to overcomers III. Vision of Heaven & The Throne 4–5 Worship of God and the Lamb Heavenly throne room, 24 elders, 4 living creatures, The sealed scroll, The Lamb worthy...

THE GENERAL EPISTLES (Hebrews–Jude) . These letters are called “general” because they were not addressed to a single church or person (like Paul’s letters), but to broader Christian audiences. Author: Kenneth Malenge  PART IV – THE GENERAL EPISTLES 1. Hebrews Author: Unknown (traditionally Paul, but not certain). Date: c. A.D. 65–70 (before destruction of the Temple). Audience: Jewish Christians facing persecution and tempted to return to Judaism. Theme: The superiority of Christ and the New Covenant. Purpose: To encourage perseverance in faith by showing Christ as greater than the old covenant system. Outline: Christ is Superior to Prophets and Angels (1–2) Christ is Superior to Moses and Joshua (3–4) Christ is Superior Priest (5–10) Call to Faith and Perseverance (11–13) Key Verse: Heb. 12:2 Theological Emphasis: Christ as High Priest; once-for-all sacrifice; faith and endurance. Relevance: Assures believers of Christ’s finished work and warns agains...

THE PAULINE EPISTLES . Since Paul wrote 13 epistles (14 if we count Hebrews, though its authorship is debated), We’ll treat them in four groups: Foundational Epistles – Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians Prison Epistles – Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon Eschatological Epistles – 1 & 2 Thessalonians Pastoral Epistles – 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus Author : Kenneth Malenge  1. Romans Author: Paul Date: A.D. 56–57 (from Corinth) Theme: The righteousness of God revealed in the gospel. Purpose: To explain salvation by faith, uniting Jews and Gentiles in Christ. Outline: Sin: The Need for Righteousness (1:18–3:20) Salvation: The Gift of Righteousness (3:21–5:21) Sanctification: The Power of Righteousness (6–8) Sovereignty: God’s Righteous Plan (9–11) Service: The Practice of Righteousness (12–16) Key Verse: Rom. 1:16–17 Relevance: Foundational for Christian doctrine; emphasizes justification by faith. 2. 1 Corinthians Date: A.D....

THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES in the New Testament Survey notes. Author: Kenneth Malenge  Section Chapters Main Focus Key Events Key Characters Key Doctrinal Themes I. The Church in Jerusalem 1–7 Birth of the Church Ascension of Christ, Pentecost, Healing of the lame man, Apostolic preaching, Appointment of deacons, Stephen’s martyrdom Peter, John, Stephen, Apostles Promise of the Holy Spirit, Nature of the Church, Boldness in witness, Opposition and persecution II. The Church in Judea & Samaria 8–12 Expansion beyond Jerusalem Philip in Samaria, Ethiopian eunuch, Saul’s conversion, Peter and Cornelius, Herod’s persecution Philip, Saul (Paul), Peter, Cornelius, Barnabas, Herod Agrippa I Salvation to the Gentiles, Unity of Jews and Gentiles, Power of prayer, God’s sovereignty over rulers III. Paul’s First Mi...